Annie Blackman Title: Content Update Editor Education: Kenyon College Location: Brooklyn, New York Annie Blackman is a Brooklyn-based writer, editor and musician. She worked as a Content Update Editor for PEOPLE in 2023 after holding the same position at The Spruce. She is also a freelance college application essay editor, online commerce producer and TikTok content creator.Annie is a singer-songwriter signed to Father/Daughter Records. She has released two full-length albums, two EPs and, in 2023, was profiled in Rolling Stone. Experience While working with Dotdash Meredith, Annie has covered a lot of ground. She's written and edited articles on animal disease, celebrity news, landscaping, stain removal, true crime, makeup, cat breeds, TV and more. Before PEOPLE, Annie worked at The Spruce, Smashcut and Above Average Productions. Education In 2020, Annie graduated magna cum laude from Kenyon College with a BA in English and a minor in French. About PEOPLE PEOPLE, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, delivers the most trustworthy celebrity news and captivating human interest stories, connecting you to the pulse of American culture. Since our first issue hit stands in 1974, we have been striving to tell compelling stories about the people behind the issues, as opposed to just the issues themselves. We are your everyday escape, taking you inside the lives of intriguing stars, newsmakers, up-and-comers and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. We serve and delight you by providing ideas about beauty, food and style through the lens of the people influencing the trends. And we are a force for good by telling stories of hope, optimism and kindness that drive conversation and inspire action. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.